Spectrum Healthcare Resources has an opening for an Orthopedic Physician Assistant at Dumfries Health Center in Dumfries Virginia. This is an opportunity to independently manage an Ortho service for 28000 military members. Work closely with Sports Medicine Physical and Occupational Therapy departments and a skilled casting technician. Provide care commensurate with a general orthopedic practice including pediatric patients and fractures.
Job Details:
Full Time 40 hours per week Monday through Friday
No malpractice insurance hassles
Supportive environment
Access to specialty services to include pediatrics radiology pharmacy and lab
Full complement of benefits to include medical dental & vision insurance 401k life insurance and more
Paid time off and 10 paid Federal Holidays per year
Scope of Practice:
Treatment of sports injuries
Overuse syndromes
Mild to moderate musculoskeletal injury
Follow-up orthopedic care
Urgent orthopedic care for acute injuries
Acute and chronic wound care suture removal and debridement
Management of fractures dislocation sprains strains
Splinting and casting
Foreign body removal
Scoliosis evaluation
Off the shelf bracing and orthotics
Job Requirements:
Graduate of an ARC-PA accredited physician assistant training program
Current certification by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
2 years of orthopedic experience
Any active state license
Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration number (certificate)